At ordinary temperatures, the electrical conductivity of semiconductors in $S/m$ (or $mho/m$) is in the range:

  • A
    $10^{-3}$ to $10^{-4}$
  • B
    $10^2$ to $10^3$
  • C
    $10^{-6}$ to $10^{-10}$
  • D
    $10^{-10}$ to $10^{-16}$

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